Easy Southern Home Fries

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    2

  • Calories

    293 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Southern Home Fries

Crispy, golden home fries made with simple ingredients and Southern know-how. A quick, skillet-cooked side perfect for breakfast, brunch, or supper.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound Russet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil (canola, vegetable, or peanut)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme finely chopped (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
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Instructions

  1. Wash and dry potatoes but don't peel them. Cut the potatoes into approximately 3/4-inch cubes.
  2. Place the cubed potatoes in a microwave safe bowl. Cover with plastic wrap leaving a small space open.
  3. Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. (Note: start checking the potatoes after 8 minutes; you want them to be tender but still keep their shape. A sharp knife should pierce through easily).
  4. Remove potatoes from the microwave and set aside.
  5. Melt the butter and oil in a large (at 10-inch) nonstick frying pan.
  6. Add the potatoes. Sprinkle evenly with the salt, pepper, and paprika. Using a spatula, lift and toss the potatoes to coat with the butter and oil. Be careful not to break the potatoes.
  7. Continue tossing the potatoes every few minutes to prevent burning.
  8. When the potatoes are a golden brown, remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle with fresh thyme.

Notes

  • Don’t skip the microwave step. It softens the interior of the potatoes so the time in the skillet is only for browning and crisping the exterior.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of oil.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 293kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 643mg (27%) Potassium 958mg (27%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 245IU (5%) Vitamin C 15mg (17%) Calcium 37mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 293kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 643mg 27%
Potassium 958mg 20%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 245IU 5%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 37mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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